Virginia law exempts farm machinery, agricultural drying units, and firefighting equipment from size and weight restrictions, and clarifies that lack of amber warning lights on farm vehicles does not imply negligence. Additionally, if federal regulations allow larger sizes or weights for interstate commerce, Virginia's Board will set similar limits for intrastate vehicles. These provisions ensure flexibility for agricultural and firefighting equipment while aligning state limits with federal standards.
No, the law states that the absence of amber warning lights on farm tractors does not constitute negligence or affect legal liability.
Yes, if federal regulations permit larger sizes or weights for interstate commerce, Virginia's Board will set similar limits for intrastate vehicles.
No, the law clarifies that the absence of warning lights does not impact existing laws or procedures in civil actions involving farm vehicles.
The Board prescribes size, weight, and load limits for intrastate vehicles that align with federal interstate commerce regulations permitting larger loads.